Saturday, March 31, 2007

The Code of Bushido – The Seven Virtues of the Samurai

Martial Arts – no matter which one we practice - is really a way through which one can develop virtues of respect, compassion, love and qualities that help build honorable character in people to reach a better world.

The code of bushido always remindes us to build our character around these virtues:

- Justice (GI) throughout our dealings with all people
- Bravery (YU) must show courage
- Benevolence (Jin) must be compassionate
- Politeness (Rei) no need to prove strength
- Veracity (Makoto) have complete sincerity
- Honor (Meiyo) You cannot hide from yourself.
- Loyalty (Chuugi) intensely loyal to those who in his care